#8A4035 Hex Color
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#8a4035 is a dark, muted red with warm terracotta and brown undertones. Its low saturation gives designs a serious, grounded mood, while the earthy warmth suits rustic branding, autumn palettes, food packaging, and moody backgrounds. Use it as a strong supporting tone or accent, and pair it with white text for clear contrast. The hex code for this color is #8a4035.
Questions about #8a4035
What is #8a4035 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a4035 is rgb(138, 64, 53), in HSL hsl(8, 45%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 54%, 62%, 46%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
Does #8a4035 work as a background color?
Yes, #8a4035 works well as a background for moody layouts, product packaging, and large text areas because its dark, muted warmth creates strong visual weight, though it can feel heavy across an entire interface. Use generous light space and white text for readability.
What colors pair well with #8a4035?
#8a4035 pairs well with cream, charcoal, muted olive, and dusty peach, which balance its dark terracotta warmth without making the palette feel harsh. Cream creates softer contrast, while charcoal supports a more serious, editorial direction.
Is #8a4035 readable on white or black?
#8a4035 has a 7.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.86:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.